'Relationship between USVI & VI at an all-time high’– Premier Wheatley
“Right now, the relationship between the USVI and the BVI is at an all-time high and actually the relations had started to become strained… and we took the step of trying to strengthen the relationship again,” Dr Wheatley remarked.
The Premier was at the time addressing the topic of tourism and border issues between the USVI and VI and its impacts on the tourism industry on the Monday, November 21, 2022, edition of 'Da Morning Braff' with Floyd Burnett on Tola Radio VI 100.5 FM.
“We right next to each other, and we have so much potential for cooperation and for growth. I know there are some people who are pushing this narrative of let's fight against the USVI, I don’t believe in that at all. I believe we must look out for what’s fair for the BVI and also what's fair for the USVI,” Premier Wheatley stated.
Both sides can benefit from negotiations - Premier
He added that once there is reciprocity on both sides, it is a win for everyone across the two territories.
“So let’s try to see how we can make a difference so that when we need the USVI, if we are trying to negotiate ferries… because they know that these [VI] guys trying to be fair to us,” he added.
When questioned on later ferry runs between the two countries, Premier Wheatley said while he has to check with the Deputy Premier and Minister of Communications and Works, Hon Kye M. Rymer (R2) on the topic, the relations between the VI and USVI remain strong and whatever could be done will be done.
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20 Responses to “'Relationship between USVI & VI at an all-time high’– Premier Wheatley”
The above statement may or may not be a true one, but what is surely a true statement is that the relationship between the UK and the BVi, especially under the last VIP administration, and the current Unity Government is at an all-time low. Who are mostly is to be blame?
Most of the people of the BVI know who. Can I tell you who? Politicians, most of them, past and present share in the blame (political finances mismanagement
The USA is the political head of the USVI. The UK is the political head of the BVI. The USVI is not at war with the USA, but many of us are ignorantly at war with the UK.
How much more ignorant can some of us become into thinking that the USVI is more useful to us than the UK currently.is to us at this time in BVI history?
I am convinced that almost everyone can lead, if people chose to follow in the direction that they are headed. In mine, and the majority of our people honest opinion our current Premier is unqualified to lead us to a better future. Only the blind can't see this truth. Only the those that lack proper knowledge or don't care for various reasons would vote dislike.
The truth is the truth.
Vote your conscience. Like or dislike.
It’s VIRGIN ISLANDS damnit!
When you have this undocumented name labeling these islands incorrectly you will never overcome your challenges.
Have we considered our tourist carrying capacity. We must thank the governor of the U.S.V.I for facilitating the movement of tourists to our shores. Until we extend our airport, we should be very grateful to our neighbor for what we are getting in terms of tourists. We failed to take into consideration that the U.S.V.I is a part of the U.S and the cost of travelling is cheaper than coming here. Let us be thankful for the tourists that are coming through the U.S.V.I. Thank you Hon. Premier for doing your best. I will vote for in the next General Election.